diplomacyApr 16, 2026

Trump says Israeli, Lebanese leaders will meet amid push to extend ceasefire

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ISLAMABAD — President Donald Trump said leaders of Lebanon and Israel would speak Thursday for the first time in 34 years amid a flurry of regional diplomacy supporting the shaky ceasefire between the United States and Iran that is set to expire next week.

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Susannah George; Suzy HaidamousBy Susannah George; Suzy Haidamous
ISLAMABAD — President Donald Trump said leaders of Lebanon and Israel would speak Thursday for the first time in 34 years amid a flurry of regional diplomacy supporting the shaky ceasefire between the United States and Iran that is set to expire next week. Democracy Dies in Darkn…

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